Orange Tree Theatre

The Orange Tree theatre is tiny, with only three rows of seats and a balcony that surround the stage, making for the most intimate of settings. It helps that the theatre attracts such wonderful productions and amazing casts.

This small theatre is housed in a former school building. I saw Twelfth Night, which was performed 'in the round' so at some point performers would have their backs to you. There is no raised stage so the front row of the stalls are VERY close to performers. The balcony has one row of seating all the way around with one side having a second row of a standing area where you can lean on a metal bar. All of the balcony has some restrictions on your view whenever performers are at the edge of the performance area at your side. The seating is very cramped, particularly in the balcony where many lean forward and rest elbows on the barrier.

Great theatre. Every seat has a great view and it puts on excellent, high end performances. No issues with legs room but bench seats can mean you are a little cosy with neighbours. But if you would prefer a little more individual space, they also have a few raised seats and an upstairs platform. Book ahead, it can get sold out quickly.

Had a wonderful first time seeing a show here with my family. Staff were friendly, jugs of water and glasses available at the bar, they had tampons in their toilets which I thought was amazing- I don't think I've ever gone to a place before that provides tampons! When we got to the upper floor seats I booked, there was a handwritten note welcoming us which I thought was really thoughtful of them especially considering how busy they must be with the holiday rush! The view was great and the seats were comfy- I found I had enough leg room (I'm 6'1ft) to enjoy a 2 hour and 40 minutes show in comfort. Because of seat availability, my brother was seated away from us in a lower floor seat. He said the view and comfort was outstanding and that he felt like he was part of the show because of how close he was to the stage! I do believe that you would have a good view whichever seat you're in, from what I could tell there was no seats with restricted views. Can't wait to return to this beautiful theatre in the new year!